Easiest Way Of Cooking Broccoli | Zero Waste Garlic Stir Fry

⏱️ Prep: 5m
πŸ”₯ Cook: 6m
🎬 Video: 28s
πŸ“Š easy

🏠 Cuisine: Nepali 🍽️ Course: side dish πŸ‘₯ Servings: 2

Most of us toss away broccoli stems and stalks, but this recipe uses every part of the vegetable. This quick zero-waste garlic stir fry uses crowns, stems, and stalks β€” all full of flavor and nutrients. This recipe is not only healthy and sustainable, but it also reminds of childhood in Nepal where nothing ever went unused in the kitchen. It’s simple, ready in minutes, and shows how delicious zero-waste cooking can be.

Instructions

  1. Steam the broccoli crowns for 2–3 minutes until tender yet crisp.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan, add garlic, and sautΓ© until fragrant.
  3. Add chopped stems and stalks, cook with salt and chili flakes for 2–3 minutes.
  4. Toss in steamed crowns, stir for 1–2 minutes, and serve warm.

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